Once upon a time, movie projectors were restricted to darkened home theatre rooms, but not anymore. Nowadays, there are projectors that produce bright enough images for an open living space without the image becoming destroyed by ambient light. Completely swapping out a bulky black TV for an elegant projector screen attains a more restful and elegant room aesthetic. Dropping a projector screen in front of your TV for a movie or the big game can double your viewing area. It’s really a no-brainer. This collection of living room theatre ideas show exactly how it’s done, in modern decor schemes that stylishly beat the movie theatre hands down.
Designer:Alexander Radchenko
Block it out. Thankfully, high lumen projector units have become more affordable, but you can also reduce your ambient light with blackout curtains like these plush grey drapes. Natural wood bookshelves balance out the other half of this living room with an uplifting golden tone. A matching bench works double duty as a media shelf and as a seat when the projector screen is retracted.
Visualizer:半山空间
Nostalgic movie nights. Dark decor and dimmable lighting set an authentic cinema mood. It also means you can opt for a less costly projector with fewer lumens to successfully light the screen.
Visualizer:MCORP Architects
Have your cake and eat it. A lot of people like to hold onto the option of the typical TV, but it doesn’t have to be an either/or situation. A ceiling-mounted, retractable projector screen can be positioned to closely skim in front of a wall-mounted TV, giving you the best of both worlds. In this case it slides down in from of the tv all the way down till the floating tv stand .
Visualizer:ArtPartner Studio
Build balance for each scenario. Built-in perimeter seating makes great sense for extra guests and hidden storage when a projection screen is retracted into the ceiling, and as a sleek media unit when the movie is in motion.
Visualizer:BE3 design
A distracting cascade. Indoor plants drop a cascade of greenery onto this empty white projection wall, causing the perfect natural distraction from its intended technical use.
Visualizer:Denis Alexandrovich
Large projector screens offer great viewing for open plan living spaces, where they can provide the lounge, kitchen and dining areas equal viewing pleasure.
Visualizer:D3 Design
Catch some colour. If you decide to dampen down the ambient light with a darker decor scheme, consider amping up the brightness in colourful soft furnishings and wall art to compensate.
Visualizer:Andrei Lychkouski
In moderate ambient light, a projector with around 2000 lumens can suffice, but very bright rooms may need approx 3000 to produce the desired results.
Visualizer:Z Design
Brighter projectors are not always better, of course, a 3500-lumen projector in a pitch-black room can be rather dazzling. This white living room compensates for the brighter projection unit at night with an evenly distributed track lighting scheme.
Designer:Emily Henderson
Let the screen be your window blind. This is a great option for rooms that lack wall space due to large expanses of glass and architectural features.
Visualizer:Mo Design Studio
Perimeter LEDs make atmospheric base illumination for a living room projector.
Visualizer:Igor Sirotov
Projector setups go hand-in-hand with minimalist living rooms, removing the wall clutter of a permanent TV screen.
Visualizer:阿呆很咸
In this minimalist living room , the projector screen is tucked up within a ceiling recess so that not even its mount is visible.
Visualizer:Ben Space Design
On the flip side, the wall mount of this projection screen is made into a feature with smoothly curved stucco.
Visualizer:YIFN Digital Art Research Office
Hidden in plain sight. This projector screen fits edge-to-edge upon a dividing wall. The exact dimensions successfully camouflage the screen into the white wall decor .
Visualizer:Benjie Space Design
Frame it. A bold black frame makes this screen stand out from a light, laconic decor canvas. The black and white contrast coordinates with a set of black and white dining chairs nearby.
Visualizer:Benjie Space Design
Create a soffit to cover the screen mount, and continue it around the room to neatly encase bookcases and interior doors.
Visualizer:Victoria Graf
Fashion a focal point. This luxury floating TV stand has an eye-catching marble surround and LED feature lighting.
Designer:Maxim Maximov
Smooth white walls can negate the need for a projection screen at all. Simply press play.
Visualizer:ON Design
A black mounting wall makes a deep, dark background that pulls away from the eye to leave the projector screen as the main focus.
Source:Epson
Don’t forget the sound system. If you’re not opting for in-ceiling speakers, then remember to leave a border of space for wall mounted counterparts.
Visualizer:Oporski Architektura
A projected TV screen saves precious space and adds sophistication to small homes. See more of this innovative 37 square metre apartment design here .
Visualizer:NORDES Design Group
To offset an empty, plain white projector wall, add lots of colourful accents to your furniture and choose striking, large art pieces to adorn the neighbouring walls.
Visualizer:Z. Design
Consider positioning projector screens in front of bookcases. In silence, this living room is decorated with the fullness of a home library, displayed upon modern bookshelves. When it’s time for digital entertainment, the screen unfurls in front of the book stacks, removing the busy distraction.
Visualizer:The Goort
Another living room designed for book lovers and movie lovers alike.
Visualizer:Room Design Buro
Wide expanses of natural wood tone make a mellow companion for crisp white projector screens. Warm grey furniture pieces peacefully meld with the tonal composition.
Source:mdfx
Decorate to your heart’s desire. This wide media shelf makes a display mantle for curious collections, which almost all fade from sight when movie time comes around. Pebble-like footstools playfully complement the collection of characterful finds.
Designer:Doaa Sabry| Visualizer:Visualizer: Kareem Badie
A centrally strung projection screen drops double-sided imagery–just don’t try to read subtitles from the back.
Visualizer:Rina Lovko Studio
Going incognito. Slipping under the radar as a clean white dividing wall between the lounge and kitchen, this plain expanse is an undercover movie wall.
Visualizer:33BY
Colour-blocked decor distracts from a sudden white projection area.
Designer:Balbek Bureau
A living room that lacks a prominant TV, aka an idiot box, appears to gain sophistication.
Visualizer:Shmidt Studio
Tabletop fireplaces can be positioned atop a linear media unit to create a cosy effect that can’t be recreated in the public movie theatre. The flicker of flame burns a welcoming glow that makes movie night seem all the more special.
Visualizer:Obriy Architects
If that plain, empty projection wall is just too much for you to bear in your stylish surroundings, then why not project a wall clock when the pictures aren’t rolling.
Visualizer:Interior Workshop
The oversized numbers of a projected wall clock fashion an attention-grabbing focal point.
Visualizer:Elena Sedova
Whilst dark decor could assist with a clearer projected picture, dark living rooms can sometimes feel a little oppressive. Consider installing a wide set of slatted doors that will allow borrowed light to filter through, as well as a spacious glimpse of the neighbouring room.
Visualizer:ON Design
Save space for art with a ceiling-mounted projection screen.
Visualizer:Form 8 Studio
In this industrial living room design, raw concrete walls make a cool canvas for a wall-mounted screen and some textural green accents.
Visualizer:Alina Berezovetskaya
Another grey concrete living room with green accents, but this time with a cost-saving white wall for projection.
Visualizer:Prodan Design
Nomadic and boho living rooms aren’t the place to show off a big TV, so that’s where retractable projector screens really work their magic.
Visualizer:Miami Render
Double-height living rooms are crying out for movie magic–just ensure that the screen is big enough to make it all the way down from the rafters. Watch how the living room chandelier plays a great supporting role to the main star in the room.
Designer:Richard Meier & Partners
Nothing but windows? No problem.
Visualizer:Landusheva Nastia
Improve upon the projected clock with a rolling local weather forecast too.
Visualizer:Elena Sedova
You could even project a still image as a piece of permanent digital art.
Via:Behance
Angle a living room furniture layout toward the windows to take in the exterior view, then drop a screen in front of the drapes for the evening’s entertainment.
Visualizer:Stanislav Kaminskyi
Shiplap walls provide visual interest when the screen is up, and a calm background when it’s pulled back down.
Visualizer:Design Rocks
Pull an L-shaped sofa in tight and cosy to the movie wall for an intimate atmosphere.
Visualizer:Suleyman Terzioglu
A double-side sofa design and a soft lighting scheme will please all members of the family, and all of their hobbies, when the projector is at work.
Visualizer:The Goort
Make a loud statement beside an overbearing, large projector screen with a striking accent chair.
Visualizer:Ivan Yunakov
Not all living rooms are right for ceiling-mounted projectors, but a shelf that is situated above the back of the sofa can work just as well. This unit projects onto a wall that is underscored with a striking media unit and busy adornments, which provide a cool focal point when the unit isn’t playing.
Designer:Rue Temple
You’ll also have to consider how to hide away the wires that lead to a ceiling-fixed projector unit, although exposed wiring isn’t an issue if you opt for an industrial themed living room interior. In the no-frills industrial aesthetic, you can let everything hang out. Offset this relaxed approach to wire concealment with made-to-measure units and bookcases that will instil a hint of refinement.
These modern Chinese minimalist home designs feature distinctive stylish twists. A unique modern staircase dominates one open plan living area, rising up to the second story like a stack of sliding volumes with storage tucked inside the base. Unusual sofas dot minimalist living areas, and chic home workspaces slot in with bespoke desk designs. There’s even a kid’s bedroom that delivers extraordinary fun factor with a zany novelty bed and wall mural. Throughout our collection of home tours we’ll find open and interesting layout concepts that create clear zoning, spacious rooms that are lined with sleek, bespoke storage units, and exceptional bathrooms with split level floors.
Visualizer:Rolig Design
Our first modern Chinese minimalist interior is a warm white space with large windows. Storage units line the wall with Shoji screen inspired doors–becasue although the Shoji is accepted as a Japanese home feature, they were born from the folding screens of China. Two dining pendant lights resemble upturned Chinese oil-paper umbrellas.
A modern sofa divides the spacious living area into two parts, the dining room and the lounge.
The living room stands open to the entryway, where the wood laminate floor is switched out for a more hardwearing, easy-clean stone tile.
A decorative wall mirror makes a large and light-reflective wall feature in the compact entry space. The round mirror features an integrated entryway shelf, where a reed diffuser emits a welcoming scent by the front door.
Cushions on the sectional sofa remain understated in colour-coordinated off-white upholstery.
The rectangle wooden coffee table has a traditional Chinese silhouette, which is loosely reminiscent of the multilevel roof overhangs of Chinese tower architecture.
The wooden dining table has a modern minimalist aesthetic.
Four small dining benches are inspired by antique rustic milking stools.
A wide doorway gives entry into the kitchen area, where a single row of wooden base cabinets and a white appliance housing unit form a minimalist design. A deluxe stone backsplash morphs into a single open shelf above the kitchen sink and gas hob.
The hard-wearing stone tile floor treatment that we first saw in the home entryway is repeated here in the kitchen, where it will withstand the punishment of dropped pans and food spills.
In the bedroom, a modern platform bed is positioned exactly centre to create a perfectly symmetrical layout between two closet doors.
The doors of the walk-in closet are a wood slatted design, which allows natural light to be shared between the dressing area and the sleep space. Wood grain panels make a mellow headboard design behind the double bed.
The wood slatted closet doors slide neatly into the head of the bed to open entry into the dressing area.
The slatted door design also enables a sneak peek of the clothing collection that lies inside the dressing room. Illuminated shelves and garment rails highlight the pristinely organised designer clothing array.
Inside the walk in wardrobe , built-in chests-of-drawers make storage space for sweaters, t-shirts, accessories and smalls.
Behind the wooden headboard wall, a vanity chair pulls up at a floating dressing table. A large, round vanity mirror is illuminated around its edge, causing it to brightly stand out against the wood grain.
An illuminated bathroom mirror is set above a double sink vanity unit, which lights a neat alcove. The shallow alcove has been formed with matching bathroom storage units which build peaceful balance.
A fresh towel shelf cuts beneath the unique bathroom sink and through the flanking storage units, fashioning a bespoke finish.
A frameless glass shower area maintains the bathroom’s generous proportions.
One section of the bathroom floor is raised to accommodate plumbing beneath the bathtub . The raised platform presents a sense of ceremony around the tub too, elevating relaxation time.
Visualizer:何以解忧唯有稀粥
Our second modern Chinese home is an art-filled abode. The modern living room dining room combo showcases a terrarium that’s splashed with Mother Nature’s own elegant art.
White-on-white decor creates calm surroundings. Even the Samsung Serif TV fits into the room palette with a crisp white frame.
A striped living room rug adds a moment of pattern and personality to the minimalist white living room. A stainless steel coffee table places cool, sharp metallic contrast on top of the soft, inviting carpet. At the other end of the living room, a glass cabinet displays colourful Bearbrick art.
The dining table is a cantilevered design that protrudes from a structural wall between the kitchen and the hallway.
The cooking hob is tucked around a corner, out of sight from the dining area. A modern, minimalist fruit bowl makes a low profile centrepiece on the wall mounted dining table.
A dividing wall of storage units separates the lounge from a double workspace . KAWS art is proudly displayed in a glass case inside the home office entryway.
A zebra print rug calls attention to a narrow, light-filled reading nook that’s next door to the living room.
The minimalist bedroom is almost futuristic in appearance, with a “hovering” platform bed and a celestial floor lamp .
The light art looks to be a James Turrell.
Visualizer:Wu Ji Vision Design
Green accents vividly colour this Chinese minimalist living room design. Behind the sofa, a circular green acrylic screen sets a curved shape theme, which is echoed in a large round rug , and a uniquely curvaceous sofa design.
An unusual floor lamp adds a stark black accent in front of the large living room window.
A small side table punctuates the end of the sofa with another nod to Chinese tower architecture.
Opposite the twisted sofa, the TV is retracted into its stand.
There is a second eye-catching green acrylic disc that protrudes from the ceiling, above a modern chaise lounge chair .
A curvaceous folded screen distorts light from the window.
A small pedestal dining table fits into a smoothly curving perimeter.
The foot of the modern staircase design is marked by a brightly burning light tube.
In the master bedroom, wooden wardrobes warm the predominantly white decor scheme.
Glossy white curves undulate across the headboard. Wall art calls in the green accent colour
In the second double bedroom, a bright green stripe carves through a custom-made headboard design.
Designer:阿呆很咸| Visualizer:Rolig Design
An angular, dual sided sofa design cuts through the centre of this living space, offering multidirectional seating. An eye-catching floor lamp adds extra flair to the unique arrangement.
An angular armchair matches with the modern sofa design.
In place of an unappealing black TV screen, a projector screen unfurls in front of the white living room wall. A simple bench underlines the retractable screen.
Over in one corner of the living room, a stylish home workspace is situated by the large window. A bespoke desk design is given a colourful finish with shades of prussian blue and british racing green. An indoor plant complements the lively aesthetic.
The home office nook by the window also doubles as a bright piano room . Built-in shelves hold music books close to hand.
There is also a handy book nook situated inside the base tread of a unique modern staircase design , which climbs to the upper floor of the home as a stack of extruded volumes.
Recessed LED lights slice highlights into the warm white walls, where natural stone details build tactile moments.
3D relief wall art adds to the textural aesthetic of the home.
wrap the modern sofa, offering practical surfaces for drinks, snacks and reading material.
A tower of wall shelves neatly occupy the alcove behind the unique lounge chair. Their natural wood grain finish ties in smoothly with light oak flooring.
The open layout flows directly into a spacious kitchen and dining area. A central kitchen island marks the change in function.
Three muted green dining chairs add a little colour to the formal dining area. A contemporary grey dining bench brings an unusual silhouette.
A simple glass vase of botanics creates an understated table centrepiece.
Kitchen base cabinets carry a modern handle-free, slab fronted aesthetic, whilst the island units are attractively framed. Two separate sinks serve the prep areas, each with a different chrome faucet design.
Glass blocks fashion a muxarabi screen at the top of the staircase, which brings natural light flooding in over the treads and the landing.
Upstairs, the bedroom is a minimalist grey and white decor scheme. A pair of bedroom pendant lights suspend black accents over the bedside. The grey upholstered bed is complemented by a warm grey bedroom rug .
A modern bedside table lamp provides focussed reading light at either side of the pillows.
The kid’s bedroom is a fabulously fun design with a pink bunny themed kids’ bed . Turquoise decor accents make cool contrast.
A palm tree wall mural adds tropical vibes behind the novelty bed. Blush pink bedside units flank the headboard.
A gold bedside table lamp joins in with the rabbit themed bedroom scheme with cute bunny ears.
Visualizer:阿呆很咸
Our final modern Chinese minimalist home design is a slightly smaller space. Split level flooring and built-in benches provide added interest and helpful zoning.
A round coffee table marks the centre of the lounge area on a textured living room rug .
Houndstooth print scatter cushions and a matching accent throw place bold black and white accents across a small beige sofa .
A projector screen drops down in front of built-in storage units, which float weightlessly off the floor. Their wall mounted design keeps floor space clear to visually increase the proportions of the living room.
Indoor plants bring the uplifting spirit of the outdoors.
Behind the living room sofa, a stylish home office space features made-to-measure furniture and a modern desk design.
A built-in planter brings life to the minimalist home office .
At the side of the lounge, a compact kitchen houses a small dining table .
See more inspiration for white and wood kitchens .
Dreamy artwork is propped on a long media shelf that spans the length of the lounge.
Handle-free white units give the kitchen a fresh and clean look.
White countertops brightly reflect natural daylight.
Inside the bedroom, a wood slat accent wall is sandwiched between floating wall units to make a bespoke headboard wall.
The upholstered platform bed sets down a contrasting grey accent.
Pale sage drapes frame the large bedroom window.
The final bedroom contains another run of floating white storage units, along with a split level floor that can serve as a bed base should the need arise.
A floating desk is built onto the wood wall panelling, making one continuous wooden border around the room.
A wood desk chair blends peacefully with the matching backdrop.
The bathroom doubles as a laundry room. A stacked washing machine and tumble dryer tuck neatly into the corner of the space, leaving plenty of room for a modern vanity unit and an over-bath shower.
A toiletries shelf curves attractively into the unique bathroom sink .
Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?
We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.
Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation
1. Make it an All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Design At Sketch
Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.
2. Add Wooden Elements
Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy
This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!
3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange
Source:Vancouver House
A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).
4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple
Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios
A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.
5. Make it Dark… Or Not?
Visualizer:Who Cares Design
If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.
6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Visual Method
This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.
7. Factor in Some Warmth
Source:Modulnova
This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!
8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen
Visualizer:Jean Regauer
An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.
9. Make Marble Your Best Friend
Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects
If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.
10. Make it Mysterious
Visualizer:Tomek Michalski
You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.
11. Layer Gray and Gold
Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov
Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.
12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design
Visualizer:Aeroslon
Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!
13. Consider Soft Elements
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.
14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking
Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen
In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.
15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:HDR Designer
Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.
16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Julia Sultanova
Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.
17. Build a Shape Out of Black
Visualizer:Huso
18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients
Visualizer:Mario Nogueira
If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).
19. Leverage Black Textures
Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou
One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.
20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen
Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK
This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.
21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:A&L Interior Design
Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.
22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior
Visualizer:Polygon
Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).
23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen
Via:Emotion School
Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.
24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps
Via:HomePicture.in
All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.
25. Make Room for Keepsakes
Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev
There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.
26. Use Black to Add Intimacy
Visualizer:Helen Bank
Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!
27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns
Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski
This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.
28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug
Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous
If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.
29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen
Architect:Artpartner Architects
When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!
30. Tone it Down
Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova
This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!
31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar
Visualizer:Amir Emami
This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.
32. Add the Gothic Vibe
Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio
This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.
33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens
Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos
This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.
34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen
Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu
We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.
35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space
Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin
